If there’s one thing Singaporeans universally love, it’s free vouchers. And with another year comes another round of CDC vouchers for every Singaporean household. $500 was disbursed in May, and...

I’ve been writing finance guides at MoneySmart for over 2 years now. The best part about my job? Knowing that the content I create helps people. But the hardest part...

As the old joke in Singapore goes, if you’ve ever gotten a random phone call/WhatsApp message from your schoolmate–that you haven’t spoken to you in years–asking you to meet up...

When it comes to credit cards, it’s all about getting the upper hand—getting more money out of the bank than they’ll ever get from you.  The secret? Pay all your...

It’s 2025, and if you’re not using budgeting apps, you’re missing out on a world of convenience when it comes to tracking your spending. Whether you’re looking for a basic...

I remember when COVID hit in 2019. I was in San Francisco, barely a year into my Master’s programme. The world was in panic mode. International students like me were...

Note: As of 5 December 2022, the Standard Chartered Unlimited Cashback Credit Card was renamed to the Simply Cash Credit Card along with a card redesign.  Looking for a straightforward...

Digital banks are changing how Singaporeans manage their money. Unlike traditional banks, these app-based banks operate fully online, with no branches, shorter queues (read: none), and often, fewer fees. Since...

“Were you struck by lightning?” This is the best theory anyone’s ever suggested to me to explain why my hair is curly. As a Singaporean Chinese, my thick, curly ‘fro...

Just got the keys to your new car? Before you hit the road, there’s one crucial thing to lock in—your parking spot. If you’re living in an HDB flat, that...

If you shop a lot, buy groceries for the whole family, dine out often and take rides everywhere, the Citi Rewards Credit Card may be the most worth it for...

What’s buzzing in Singapore this week? From a surprise mid-year bonus for civil servants to the emotional farewell (and revival) of Geylang’s last kampong house, there’s plenty to catch up...

Despite prices almost doubling over the past decade—from around $800 to $1,500 psf—executive condominiums (ECs) remain one of Singapore’s most sought-after property types. A recent study by NUS’s Institute of...

I recently met up with a friend deep in the throes of buying his first home with his wife. Aside from the renovation loan he was taking and contractor quotes...

I think it was over a decade ago. But I still remember that one fateful Sunday morning when I went down to the hawker centre below my block, craving my...

It’s one of those weeks: card perks are shrinking, airfares might spike, but hey—there’s cashback, cheap flights, and even Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular to look forward to. DBS is trimming...

SmartRewards has been around for a while now, and if you’re not on it yet—well, you’re missing out. This is MoneySmart’s very own rewards programme designed to give you the...

In Singapore, choosing the right health insurance plan isn’t just a checkbox—it’s one of the most personal (and costly) financial decisions we make. For years, Integrated Shield Plans (IPs) with...

There are grill dads, gym dads, gadget dads, and the good ol’ “nap on the couch by 8pm” dads. However yours shows up, if you’ve landed here, chances are you’re...

Feeding one extra mouth at home is one thing, but travelling with your little human? Whole different ball game. From missed flights to lost belongings, a lot can go wrong...

Expecting a baby in 2025? You’re in for quite a treat! As Singapore celebrates its 60th birthday, the government is rolling out the red carpet for our youngest citizens with...

Imagine a digital pet small enough to fit in your palm—lightweight, plastic, pixelated. Now imagine someone offered you US$1,500 (S$1,929) for it. Would you cash out your pixel pet? Tamagotchi...

Yes, yes, buying stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and investing in US financial markets seems like a no-brainer, right? Surely, it’s the only game in town given how well US...

Singaporeans love their miles cards—but there’s one thing many forget to track: when those hard-earned points expire. With many cards, you don’t earn miles directly. You earn points first, then...

Imagine booking a flight not with your credit card, but with points you’ve effortlessly racked up just by spending smart. That’s the magic of air miles. In Singapore, KrisFlyer miles...